The government has launched several initiatives aimed at improving facilities and services for tourists ahead of the upcoming tourist season. The Special Task Force appointed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to take urgent measures for the promotion of the tourism industry met for the second time at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday (14). Accordingly, the meeting focused on facilitating visa issuance and streamlining the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) process for tourists. Discussions were also held on increasing the number of airport counters to minimize congestion upon tourist arrivals and regarding the enhancement of online ticket purchasing options at locations where tourists…
Govt launches several tourism initiatives ahead of season
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